1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,798 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (385 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 260 kg more than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Jaguar XK (515 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (305 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Jaguar |
| Model | Cutlass | XK |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5798 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2751 mm |
